Apollonia Munzverengwi is a Zimbabwean politician who serves as the Provincial Affairs Minister and is a member of parliament representing Mashonaland East. She is a member of ZANU–PF.[1][2][3] She was fired from the position of Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Mashinaland East Province on the 11th of February 2025 by President E.D. Munangagwa, for being against the party's attempt to illegally extend the presidential term.
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Background
editEarly life
editMunzverengwi was born on February 12, 1973, in Mashonaland East, Zimbabwe. She grew up in a family of six children and was raised by her parents, who were both farmers.[2][3]
Career
editMunzverengwi started her career as a teacher and later became a politician. She joined the Zimbabwe African National Union-Patriotic Front (ZANU-PF) party and rose through the ranks to become a prominent figure in the party. She was appointed Provincial Affairs Minister and Member of Parliament representing Mashonaland East in 2018.[2][3]
Electoral history
editMunzverengwi was elected as the Member of Parliament for Mashonaland East in 2018, representing ZANU-PF.[2]
Achievements
editSome of Munzverengwi's notable achievements include:
- Improving access to education and healthcare in Mashonaland East constituency
- Supporting agricultural development and empowering local farmers
- Advocating for women's rights and gender equality
- Promoting youth empowerment and entrepreneurship
Personal life
editMunzverengwi is married and has three children. She is a member of the Methodist Church.
Allegations
editIn 2019, Munzverengwi was involved in a scandal after her semi-nude pictures leaked onto social media, which she claimed was due to her phone being hacked.[3]
References
edit- ^ "List of Cabinet Ministers | veritaszim". www.veritaszim.net. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b c d "Prospect Lithium Zim charms Govt". The Herald. Retrieved 2024-02-21.
- ^ a b c d Ndoro, Tim E. (2019-07-09). "'I Was Hacked' - Minister Cries Foul After Nu_des Leak On Social Media". iHarare News. Retrieved 2024-05-26.
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